1996 BMW M3 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 951 kg more than 1996 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (305 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1954 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
